1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 455 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
